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Graduate Diploma in Religious Education

The graduate diploma aims to introduce students to current scholarship in the field of religious education. Graduates will be able to plan, implement and evaluate programs of religious education in accordance with basic principles. They will also apply principles of religious education to specific areas such as prayer, liturgy, values and morals, education and social justice; and develop broader understanding of theological studies and their implications for religious education.


Summary

Domestic Students

wishing to commence in 2010

International Students

Available at these campuses

  • Canberra, ACT
  • National, Bathurst
  • National, Dubbo
  • National, Hobart
  • National, Online
  • National, Wilcannia-Forbes
  • Sydney (Strathfield), NSW
  • Canberra, ACT
  • Sydney (Strathfield), NSW

Course Duration

1 year full-time or equivalent part-time.

1 year full-time

Deferment

No deferment available.

Yes. See Defer your offer.

Delivery mode

  • Multi Mode
  • Online

Students with a Student Visa will need to complete the program in minimum duration, study at least one subject on-campus each semester and must not undertake more than 25% of the program online.

Commencement date

  • Semester 1 - February

View available dates

Course Costs

  • Average first year fee: $8000 Fee-Paying (indicative only)
  • Unit Fee: $1965.
  • Average first year fee: $15720.
  • Estimated Total Cost: $15720.

Important Note on Fees

All costs are based on current rates. A student's annual fee may vary in accordance with their choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.

Tuition fees may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration.

Credit Points

80

80

Applying for Admission

Domestic Students

International Students

Eligibility

An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules. Apply directly to Australian Catholic University.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed a Bachelor degree or Diploma or equivalent.

Academic IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 in every test) and an Australian Bachelor Degree or equivalent.

How to Apply

Apply via Direct Application below.

International Students Apply Now

Direct Applications

Select your study location and fee-type option:

Bathurst - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
Canberra - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
Dubbo - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
Hobart - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
Online - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Online
Strathfield - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
Wilcannia-Forbes - Fee-Paying
Delivery Mode:
Multi Mode
 

Description

The graduate diploma aims to introduce students to current scholarship in the field of religious education. Graduates will be able to: plan, implement and evaluate programs of religious education for schools and parishes in accordance with basic principles of religious education. They will also apply principles of religious education to specific areas such as prayer, liturgy, personal development, values and morals education and social justice; and develop broader understanding of religion and theology and their implications for religious education.

Contacts for Future Students

Domestic Students An Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident or permanent humanitarian visa holder

International Students


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